My VSG experience with Dr. Ramos Kelly

Aug 22, 2011

I had my VSG done with Dr. Ramos Kelly on Aug 17 2011. I will admit that initially I was a bit skeptical of going to Mexico for surgery based on the rumors and comments from naysayers who all had strong opinions on why NOT to go there. However, after doing tons of research on Dr. Kelly and speaking with him on the phone I felt more than comfortable with my decision to travel to Mexico and have my VSG done there. In addition to Dr. Kelly I had the pleasure of dealing with Trish his patient coordinator and she too helped me feel comfortable with my decision. She answered all of my questions and the questions she couldn't answer she made sure I was able to speak with Dr. Kelly personally to have them answered. I honestly believe she is the BEST thing since sliced bread. lol She was absolutely amazing before I went to Tijuana and once I arrived I didn't think it would be possible for her to improve on her perfection but she did! She is a loving, caring and wonderful person and she was truly a blessing to have around. Dr. Kelly is sooooo lucky to have her! I arrived on surgery day got all my lab work done met with the Dr's and then hung out in my room until it was time for the "fun" to begin. lol The hospital is adequate it's not what you're used to in the states but it's not the back alley location that friends and family all expected. lol Almost all of my nurses spoke English and were great. After surgery I had a hard time of it due to my reaction to the anesthesia so at that point I was wondering WHAT have I done????  Then ... the next day I was feeling so great I could've gotten up and did the Dougie! LOL I was seriously wondering if anything had been done at all ... I felt THAT good! lol I stayed in the hospital until Friday morning then I was taken to the Lucerna hotel (yes I upgraded). It was a nice hotel with a nice pool to relax by. Trish came over on Friday and took me shopping it was the best. It really started feeling like I was actually on vacation instead of just having major surgery! Dr. Kelly came by the hotel to check on me Friday evening and my family and I just had a great time the rest of the weekend. We came home on Sunday and I wouldn't change a  thing!

I would DEFINITELY recommend Dr. Kelly and Trish to anyone! If you have any questions please contact me directly ... I'm happy to share!

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